Speaking of Christmas tunes, today's #SundaySupper theme is Holiday Music andMovie-InspiredDishes. Thanks to our host Tammi, of Momma's Meals! I used another one of my favorite Christmas songs as my inspiration for making these Chai Spiced Roasted Nuts: Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire. I especially like Christina Aguilera's pop version.
Roasted nuts are such a great snack to make andgive away as gifts during the holidays. There are so many combinations of spices and flavors you can use. You can go sweet, spicy, savory or just keep it simple with a tiny bit of salt. In the spirit of Christmas, I chose to be a little naughty andnice — alittle spice with my sweet.
Almonds and cashews are coated in a mix of Chai flavors: cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, ginger, star anise, and I also added nutmeg even though this isn't used in traditional chai mixes. I used Tazo Chai Latte concentrate to get the Chai flavor I wanted for these roasted nuts.They are so easy to make and can be packaged in a glass jar or any kind of container togive to your family and friends for the holidays!
But first, get into the holiday spirit with all of these holiday music and movie inspired dishes from my #SundaySupper friends!
Party Appetizers and Snacks
Oven-Roasted Applesauce Scented with Rosemary & Vanilla-Inspired by the song "Christmas in the Trenches"- Shockingly Delicious
Roasted Chestnuts Inspired by the movie "White Christmas" - Food Lust People Love
A Popcorn Trio Inspired by the song "Let it Snow" - Hot Momma's Kitchen Chaos
Chai Tea Abominable Snow Buddies Inspired by the movie "Rudolph" - Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Raisin Bran Muffins for a Crowd Inspired by the movie
"National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" - In The Kitchen With Audrey and Maurene
Icicle Candy and Reindeer Snacks Inspired by the movie "Snow" - Treats & Trinkets
A Christmas Carol Plum Pudding Inspired by the movie "A Christmas Carol" - No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
Yukon Mashed Potato Cakes Inspired by the movie "Rudolph" - Cookin' Mimi
Christmas Pudding Inspired by the song "Over the River and Through the Woods" - A Kitchen Hoor
Pumpkin Pudding Inspired by the movie "Nightmare Before Christmas" - Basic N Delicious
Elf-Inspired Christmas "Grams" Inspired by the movie "Elf" - MarocMamaSugarplums Inspired by the movie "The Nutcracker" - Happy Baking DaysChai Spiced Roasted Nuts Inspired by the song "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire" - Take A Bite Out of Boca
Festive Main Dishes
Maple Syrup Spaghetti- Inspired by the movie "Elf"- Momma's Meals
Peking Duck Inspired by the movie "A Christmas Story" - The Texan New Yorker
Who Hash Inspired by the movie "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" -girlichef
Ginger Orange Glazed Cornish Hens Inspired by the song "The 12 Days of Christmas" -Sue's Nutrition Buzz
NY Hot Dog with Sabrett-style Onion Sauce Inspired by the movie "Die Hard" - Small Wallet, Big Appetite
Classic Caesar Salad Inspired by the movie "The Santa Clause" - The Little Ferraro Kitchen
Individuals Meatloaves & Horseradish Mashed Potatoes for Mommy's Little Piggies - Inspired by the movie "A Christmas Story" - The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
Christmas Waffles Inspired by the TV special "A Claymation Christmas Celebration" - Curious CuisiniereFilthy Animal Pizza Inspired by the movie "Home Alone" - Foxes Love LemonsChicken Orzo Soup Inspired by the song "12 Days of Christmas" - Family FoodieBrandied Candied Sweet Potatoes Inspired by the song "Christmas Is The Time To Say ‘I Love You’ " - Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Sweet Holiday Treats
Gin and Tonic Cupcakes Inspired by Adam Sandler's " The Chanukah Song" - The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
Chocolate Chip Shortbread Bars Inspired by the movie "Love Actually" - Magnolia Days
Gingerbread Marshmallows Inspired by the song "Marshmallow World" - Jane's Adventures in Dinner
Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Cookies Inspired by the movie "The Gremlins" - Killer Bunnies, Inc
White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge Inspired by the song "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" - Alida's Kitchen
Snowball Cookies - Inspired by the movie "White Christmas" -The Foodie Army WifePenuche Fudge Inspired by the movie "Elf" - Pies and PlotsHot Chocolate Cookies Inspired by the movie "Santa Clause" - Mess Makes Food
South Pacific Coconut Tres Leche Cake Inspired by the movie "South Pacific" -The Ninja BakerCookies & Cream Fudge Inspired by the movie "Elf" - The Messy Baker
Cozy Drinks:
Toasted Coconut Hot Cocoa- Inspired by the song "Let It Snow"- Chocolate Moosey
The Christmas Gram Inspired by the movie "Elf" - An Appealing Plan
Eggnog Hot Chocolate Inspired by the movie "National Lampoons Christmas Vacation" - Peanut Butter and Peppers
Vermont Hot Cocoa Inspired by the movie "White Christmas" - Kudos Kitchen By ReneeSpiked Hot Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Floats Inspired by the song "Holly Jolly Christmas " -NeighborFood
This is Christmas; Wine Pairings for Holiday Themed#SundaySupper Recipes - ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
Chai Spiced Roasted Nuts
8 oz. raw almonds
8 oz. raw cashews
1 egg white
1 tbsp water
2 tbsp Tazo Chai Latte concentrate
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 tbsp ginger
1/2 tbsp nutmeg
3/4 cup granulated sugar
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the egg white and water together until stiff peaks form. Add the Chai Latte concentrate, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and sugar and mix until everything is combined.
Add the almonds and cashews to the mixture and stir until the nuts are completely covered.
Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Pour the nuts onto the mat and spread evenly. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring at the 15 minute mark. Stir again after 30 minutes and put back into the oven for another 5 minutes. Let the nuts cool completely before putting them into a jar/container/tupperware/etc.
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